The only major upgrade in the 3 is the bottom bracket. For reference, I’m slightly under 6’2”. techsupport@CannondaleSpares.com All these components are higher up the groupset hierarchy than the components of the catalyst 4. Photo by Greg Heil. Therefore, get the 3. I had BMX bikes my whole life then life happened and then had a Trek Y26 for a few years The main issues I had with them are that the disc brakes are very weak and the rear gearing system is inconsistent as hell. So Ive started my MTB adventure with a Cannondale Catalyst 4. We had a guy who could only afford a 4, and used it for 1 week of straight mountain biking and he shredded it, literally completely destroy the bottom bracket in 1 week. £ 0.00. What are the key differences between these bikes and is the 3 worth the extra money? Their mid-high end air forks are actually quite good. Revel Outdoors Limited, 19-20 Brentgovel Street, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1EB, UK A cycling community enthusiastic about mountain biking and all things related. We are experts in all things Cannondale - mountain bikes, road bikes and everything in between.

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I've made quite a few component swaps to it since buying it but even when it's entirely stock it's a great ride.

+44 (0)1284 761954 techsupport@CannondaleSpares.com orders@CannondaleSpares.com. The wheel setup is similar to that of the Catalyst 3. We are experts in all things Cannondale - mountain bikes, road bikes and everything in between. notice, including with respect to prices, specifications, equipment, models, colors, and materials. orders@CannondaleSpares.com. The difference between the 4/3/2 themselves however is minimal. Get the 3. The only real discernible difference between the 3 and 4 is that the 3 has a slightly better brake rotors. As a general rule, some of the most important components on your mountain bike are the contact points–IE, where your body contacts the bike. Even used bikes. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The 30-50 dollar difference is worth it. orders@CannondaleSpares.com, Shopping Basket0 items

DHL Express shipments not affected. The difference between the 4/3/2 themselves however is minimal. Sell your kidneys if you have to but stay away from sr suntour and mechanical brakes. VAT Registration No: 902206082 | Company No: 06043344 We are experts in all things Cannondale - mountain bikes, road bikes and everything in between. All Rights Reserved, A Bike That Saves: Cannondale Catalyst 4 Review [2020 Update], Semi-cartridge type, square taper, BSA, sealed bearing, Freewheel, sealed, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h. I'm actually pretty familiar with these models, and if I can make a sincere suggestion, try and save the money for the Catalyst 1. We have compiled comprehensive parts lists and exploded diagrams for many of the Cannondale Bike and Component Models. To clarify, stay away from SR Suntour's XCT/XCM/XCR forks. Apologies for these delays. But yes, avoid mechanical brakes like the plague. Looking for a specific part? +44 (0)1284 761954 CannondaleSpares.com is part of Revel Outdoors, a specialist Cannondale dealer based in Suffolk, UK. I bought the Catalyst 1 and genuinely love it. CannondaleSpares.com is part of Revel Outdoors, a specialist Cannondale dealer based in Suffolk, UK. Some rockshox air fork and avid/sram hydraulic discs and you'll have lot more fun on trails and less frustration over maintenance. I'd rather look towards Canyon or Commencal.

The BB in the 4 is dog shit, it falls apart in literal days/weeks.

I am looking for a mountain bike and I am trying to decide between the Catalyst 3 and the Catalyst 4. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. We sell these at my shop. Bike has been upgraded with the following: Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser.

Cannondale Catalyst 1 … CannondaleSpares.com specialises in Cannondale spare parts, Cannondale Accessories and Cannondale Clothing. I bought the Catalyst 1 … Web Design, ePOS and e-commerce by Jamie Wightman. Experts in Cannondale Spares, Accessories and Clothing, techsupport@CannondaleSpares.com or omissions, as Cannondale reserves the right to make changes to information regarding their products at any time without CannondaleSpares.com is part of Revel Outdoors, a specialist Cannondale dealer based in Suffolk, UK. It is run by the passionate Cannondale fanatics at SendItBikes.com.

Cannondale Experts is the world's source for hard to find Cannondale parts and accessories. Cannondale catalyst 3 size XL in great condition (with normal signs of usage). New Mountain Bike Grips Oury Lock On Grips. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. The Catalyst 3 and 4 come with pretty shoddy componentry. Go to:- Mountain Bikes- Road Bikes- Components. In this latest video, Jack and Joe talk about their all-time best mountain-bike upgrades from their time here at BikeRadar. © 2013 - 2020 Revel Outdoors Limited Please click on a Bike or Component Model from the list below to show the exploded diagram and parts list. We also have quick lookups for Derailleur Hangers, Headsets and FreeHubs. I've tested all 4 of the Catalyst models, and the jump in quality from the 4/3/2 to the 1 is considerable. +44 (0)1284 761954 techsupport@CannondaleSpares.com orders@CannondaleSpares.com. Also, the tires mentioned in #1 and #2 contact the ground, so they’re vitally important as well. The only real discernible difference between the 3 and 4 is that the 3 has a slightly better brake rotors. * Warning: Deliveries to Canada & USA *These deliveries are experiencing significant delays due to issues with local postal services. Send It Bikes 1375 S 500 E #115 American Fork, UT 84003 email@cannondaleexperts.com; 646.535.9552 3. I've tested all 4 of the Catalyst models, and the jump in quality from the 4/3/2 to the 1 is considerable. The catalyst 2 uses a Shimano Tourney TX rear derailleur, Shimano Rapidfire plus shifter, and Tektro hydro disk for brakes.